Sardines Day
Sardines Day is celebrated on November 24th each year, honoring the small yet flavorful fish that has been a staple in diets around the world for centuries. Sardines are packed with nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and calcium, and are known for their sustainability and low environmental impact.
Historical Events on November 24th:
1859: Charles Darwin’s “On the Origin of Species” was published. This groundbreaking work introduced the theory of evolution by natural selection, changing the understanding of biology and the development of life on Earth.
1863: The Battle of Lookout Mountain took place during the American Civil War. The Union army, led by General Ulysses S. Grant, defeated Confederate forces, which was a key victory for the Union in the Battle of Chattanooga.
1922: Howard Carter opened King Tutankhamun’s tomb to the public in Egypt, revealing one of the most famous and significant archaeological discoveries in history.
1963: John F. Kennedy’s assassination: President Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, and Lyndon B. Johnson was sworn in as the 36th President of the United States aboard Air Force One.
1971: D. B. Cooper hijacking: An unidentified man, known as D. B. Cooper, hijacked a plane, extorted a ransom of $200,000, and parachuted out over the Pacific Northwest, disappearing without a trace, in one of the most famous unsolved crimes in American history.
1991: Freddie Mercury, lead singer of Queen, died from complications related to AIDS. His death brought significant attention to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and galvanized increased awareness and research.
2008: The Global Financial Crisis: The U.S. government approved a $700 billion bank bailout package (the Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP), marking a significant step in the response to the global financial crisis.
Famous Birthdays:
Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865): 16th President of the United States, known for leading the country through the Civil War and his efforts to abolish slavery.
Zelda Fitzgerald (1900–1948): American writer, dancer, and wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald, often considered an emblematic figure of the Roaring Twenties.
Katharine Hepburn (1907–2003): Legendary American actress known for her strong, independent roles in films like The African Queen and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.
Scott Joplin (1868–1917): American composer and pianist, known as the “King of Ragtime” for his iconic contributions to the genre.
Famous Deaths:
1859: Georges-Auguste Escoffier: Renowned French chef and culinary writer. Often referred to as the “king of chefs and chef of kings,” he revolutionized French cuisine and modernized restaurant kitchen organization.
1963: Lee Harvey Oswald: Assassinated John F. Kennedy. Oswald was shot and killed by nightclub owner Jack Ruby while in police custody, only two days after Kennedy’s death.
1991: Freddie Mercury: Iconic lead vocalist of the British rock band Queen, passed away due to complications from AIDS. He remains an influential figure in music and LGBTQ+ rights.
1997: Reinhold Messner: Famous Italian mountaineer, explorer, and environmentalist, who died during a solo expedition in the Himalayas. (Note: While Messner’s death was confirmed years later, he left a lasting impact on mountaineering).
2013: Paul Walker: American actor best known for his role in the Fast & Furious film series. He died in a car crash in Santa Clarita, California.
2020: Diego Maradona: Legendary Argentine football player, considered one of the greatest players of all time. He passed away from a heart attack at the age of 60.
